Porus was a leader of the Pauravans, who lived in northwestern India. Alexander fought him due to the urgings of the Pauravans enemies, the Taxilians. After Alexander bested Porus, he put Porus in charge of the lands he had conquered in India. Porus was well known for his height and for riding an elephant into battle. So, having the Porus card, or using him in battle, enables you to build the powerful War Elephant at your Stable. He also gives a twenty percent speed bonus to all elephants. Additionally, he detects cloaked units as a scout does, has two times more hit points than other unique generals, and creates twice as many decoys as normal generals.

Greek Mercenaries

Greek Mercenaries were used by many nations in the classical world. In the battles of Alexander the Great, they often took part on both sides of the conflict. In Thrones and Patriots, you have the option to purchase the services of this unit for some tribute. You will then be able to train them at your barracks. They have less hit points, attack, and armor than other Heavy Infantry, but they cost significantly less.

Several other generals, such as General Antipater, Chandragupta Maurya, and Spitamenes also step onto the stage for the Alexander Campaign, but now, we're off to the New World.

The New World

Play as a North or South American nation such as the Iroquois or Incans, or as a European power such as the Dutch or British, as you try to expand your territory or increase your wealth. Depending on the nation you choose, you will have a different set of objectives in your attempt to conquer the Americas.

Bandeirantes/Elite BandeirantesPart soldier, part explorer, the Bandeirantes were Portuguese troops in the New World. You will have the option to play as the Portuguese nation in the New World campaign, and train their unique Bandeirante units. They are ranged heavy infantry that are able to cloak, as Explorers do, and have a large line-of-sight.

Conquistador/Elite Conquistador

Conquistadors was the name of Spanish soldiers who came to the New World in search of riches, and on the way conquered many of the native tribes that inhabited the region. They have been added to the Spanish arsenal of units for the New World campaign. In the game, Conquistadors have a greater attack than other Ranged Cavalry of the same time period.

Ironclad

The Ironclad was a metal armored boat that was an innovation during the nineteenth century. In Thrones and Patriots, the Americans, true to their nation power of innovation, are the only nation able to create these units. They must first declare their independence and beat the British. The Ironclad has greater attack, hit points, and armor than other Light Ships.